Easy and local embarkation port of Liverpool and River Seine itinerary attracted us (a party of eleven seasoned cruisers) who had not used Cruise & Maritime Voyages before. Cannot fault the ship although there were few balconies it being an older ship. Every feature was better than expected - cleanliness, staff, spacious public rooms, lovely theatre, open decks, etc. Staterooms were acceptable and kept very clean.The highlights were the excellent quality of meals and the five wonderful shows (Wow!!) Live singing (Wow!) Wonderful dancers and live singers and chorerography, professional talented musicians and great cruise director. Live shows on ships are unheard of nowadays as they are pre-recorded and mimed. If you want, or can remember traditional cruises or experienced good, solid well-built vessels (child free on this trip) please choose CMV. Nothing was too much trouble for their very peasant and well-trained staff. A very affordable holiday. We will certainly .cruise with them again